ATLANTA, January 12, 2012 - Never before in the history of the
Porsche Boxster has a change of generation been so comprehensive.
The open-top two-seat car receives an entirely new lightweight body
and a completely revamped chassis. The new Boxster weighs less than
the previous generation and rides on a longer wheelbase and a wider
track. These new dimensions are coupled with larger wheels and a new
electromechanical power steering system to significantly enhance the
mid-engine sports car's driving dynamics. The new Boxster boasts
superior performance and is also up to 15 percent more
fuel-efficient than previous models on the European cycle.

The new Boxster benefits not only from an increased wheelbase but
also shorter overhangs, while the windscreen has been shifted
forward. The passengers are enclosed by the completely redesigned,
fully electric top, which now dispenses with a convertible top
compartment lid. The interior concept offers the occupants more
space and reflects the new Porsche outline with a raked center
console, which, originating with the Carrera GT ensures improved
ergonomics in all models.

The new sports car generation makes its debut in the classic Porsche
pairing of Boxster and Boxster S. Both models are powered by
flat-six engines with direct fuel injection, the efficiency of which
is further enhanced by electrical system recuperation, thermal
management and start/stop function. The base model's new power unit
delivers 265 hp from a 2.7 liter displacement - ten hp more than its
larger displacement predecessor. Technically, it is now based on the
3.4-liter engine of the Boxster S. This now delivers 315 hp, which
is five hp more than before. Both models feature a manual six-speed
gearbox as standard with the seven-speed Porsche
Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) available as an option. Both sports
cars achieve their best fuel consumption and acceleration
performance with the PDK. With gear changes without interruption to
the power flow, the Boxster sprints from zero to 60 mph in 5.4
seconds, the Boxster S in 4.7 seconds.

To enhance driving dynamics yet further, Porsche offers the Sport
Chrono Package as an optional extra for the Boxster, featuring
dynamic transmission mounts for the first time. Also new in the
Boxster is Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) with a mechanical rear
axle differential lock.

The new Boxster models are expected in U.S. showrooms in early
summer 2012. The basic list price iwill be $49,500 for the Boxster
and $60,900 for the Boxster S, not including a $950 destination
charge.

About Porsche Cars North America

Porsche Cars North
America, Inc. (PCNA), based in Atlanta, Ga. is the exclusive U.S.
importer of Porsche sports cars, the Cayenne SUV and Panamera sports
sedan. Established in 1984, it is a wholly-owned subsidiary of
Porsche AG, which is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, and
employs approximately 220 people who provide parts, service,
marketing and training for 194 dealers. They, in turn, work to
provide Porsche customers with a best-in-class experience that is in
keeping with the brandís 63-year history and leadership in the
advancement of vehicle performance, safety and efficiency. At the
core of this success is Porscheís proud racing heritage that boasts
some 30,000 motorsport wins to date.